Clockmaking - How To Make A Clock - Part 12 - Making The Collets And Other Arbors

[@DeDeNoM]

The quality of the work and the production value of the videos just keeps amazing me

[@pyro1324]

You have inspired me to sign up for a clockmaking school's introductory class. Thank you for your great content, and keep it up!

[@Cherokee140Driver]

The bluing on those screws is magic.

[@KingTesticus]

holy crap, your workmanship is amazing!

[@Clickspring]

+KingTesticus Cheers KT, thanks for watching :)

[@MrKrikkefy]

I could listen to you say "arbor" all day Chris :) thx for the beautiful content

[@thomashughes4859]

I would be happy to have one of those machines and just spend the day stripping away layers of metal ... AHHH! It's just the coolest thing ever!

[@GraveKommander]

Over an year after watching this playlist i finally come back to watch again and thumb up all of them :D

[@GiacoWhatever]

I can't wait to see the next video! This is an addiction!!!

[@Clickspring]

Giaco Whatever More on the way Giaco, keep an eye out for a new one on Make: this week :)

[@GiacoWhatever]

I know Chris I follow you on IG! I'm a real fan, what you think!? :)

[@justinmoritz6543]

+Giaco Whatever his work is just so mesmerizing!

[@ChozoSR388]

+Justin Moritz It really is! I find myself ooh-ing and aah-ing every time he finishes a part, and just to see every single piece go from the stock he starts with to what it ends up being is just...it's true art in process. I started watching this video series maybe two hours ago, and I'm already wanting more!

[@111fishkiller]

+ChozoSR388 I agree.Lust finished video 12.I guess that's all their is.For now..:-(

[@howarddyla9676]

I could watch hours of just your bluing results. The parts come out SO BEAUTIFUL!

[@NGinuity]

I think you've convinced me to get a mini lathe....

[@Clickspring]

NGinuity Excellent, you will love it :)

[@NGinuity]

I think so too. I already have a big lathe...sometimes it's just a little more than I want to fiddle with for smaller jobs.

[@Hutch5321]

The only thing wrong with this video, was that it ended! Phenomenal work, Chris, both craftsmanship and video production!

[@Clickspring]

Hutch5321 Thanks very much Hutch, appreciate you taking the time to watch. More on the way soon, and keep an eye out for a new one on the Make: channel later this week.

[@icenesiswayons9962]

Very brilliant work! Nicely done! Can't say enough except This is not something that the typical shop owner has as far the tools involved or money to make up for the deficit of items needed. Just being truthful. I've always wanted to be a clocker maker myself. Great job! Hope that it gives the young fellow at the right time in his life to spring forward with the dream of the time keepers.

[@samadrid6321]

I just found these videos yesterday and went through a tear watching them all. I am now anxious to see the finished clock. It is going to be spectacular considering all the expert care in making the parts. I watch all the wristwatch vids. I had no idea there was a thing as a skeleton clock.

[@Clickspring]

+ryvr madduck The clock build still has quite some time to run, escapement, pendulum, motion work etc - I think maybe 9 or so more episodes, but I will also be mixing in a lot of tool builds as well, so it will run well into next year. Thanks for your support :)

[@samadrid6321]

Clickspring You got the whole package. Great sound, music is good background unobtrusive, commentary is superb, how long have you done this?

[@Clickspring]

+ryvr madduck Thank you very much! I started machining a few years ago. Decided to start filming a few things late last year, and set the first one live Feb this year. Thank you again mate :)

[@Mikej1592]

who knew how captivated I would be watching someone make a clock. so cool watching someone with such a talent and astronomical patience for the details.

[@Clickspring]

+Mikej1592 Cheers Mike, thanks very much for taking the time to watch :)

[@MsVlogBoy]

I like how much quality he puts in his video

[@Clickspring]

tbytc Thanks for watching.

[@AndreaArzensek]

Chris, your work is super inspirational and for other KZbin creators you're a role model in making and editing videos! Keep up the great work!

[@Clickspring]

Andrea Arzensek Wow thank you for the kind words Andrea, I appreciate it :)

[@MattsAwesomeStuff]

My favorite part this time were all the shot changes prior to, and around 3:35-3:50. They were somehow reminiscent of the "arming up" montages in movies where everyone's grabbing their weapons and loading them. I'm a sucker for the look of dark blue and brass, this is oddly specific but it reminds me of the original Larry Elmore book cover of Dragons of Winter Night which was the first fantasy novel I read back in the 90s. Also congrats on the shoutout from AvE, both you guys are doing things that you just can't find elsewhere on the net, which, you'd think with the 4 billion people online wouldn't be possible.

[@Clickspring]

MattsAwesomeStuff Hey Matt, that's a fabulous compliment, thank you. My wife just pulled her copy of the Art of DragonLance out of a cupboard; what a stunning image! The AvE shout out has been just awesome for the channel, I can't thank him enough, very, very generous thing to do. Cheers mate, Chris.

[@adamv242]

Best installment in this series yet!

[@tom711]

Awesome to see a fellow Aussie make such maad videos, can't wait to see more!

[@gregnixon8470]

This series is just superb. No waffle, great camera work and narration. And at the end you finish with a 1st class product. An inspiration to clockmakers and would be clock makers.

[@Clickspring]

Greg Nixon Cheers Greg, I very much appreciate the kind words mate. More on the way soon :)

[@peternicholsonu6090]

First up I was totally in awe of your fine workmanship as I am just a builder of timber structures. But then I realised the awesome video camera work....am so glad you have come to us all...

[@MultiMrNoone]

I can’t believe you make your own screws. Nuts, but I love it so much. Keep up the awesome work.

[@TheBookDoctor]

Any day's a good day when there's a new Clickspring video!

[@Clickspring]

TheBookDoctor It's an equally good day when TBD checks in to view it - Thank you :)

[@TheStrosso]

@Clickspring You are the Bob Ross of machining.

[@Clickspring]

+TheStrosso Cheers mate! Appreciate you taking the time to watch :)

[@JDobsable]

Just spent the last couple hours watching your clock making videos. Absolutely blown away by your skill and attention to detail. Its incredible to watch you make something this complex yet make it look so easy. Keep up the great work!

[@Clickspring]

+JDobsable Cheers mate, thanks for watching.

[@thetazva]

The little items that others would leave, you go all out and take the extra steps to make them as beautiful as the rest of the assembly. Great work.

[@ErikAnderson1]

My pleasure your lathe work is amazing and beautiful videography as well.

[@tsdarc]

this is now my favorite channel. couldn't stop watching until there were no more videos for me to watch.

[@Clickspring]

Klapperstrauss Terrific to hear! I'm very pleased to have your subscription - more videos on the way, I usually release one every few weeks. I also have videos coming out from time to time on the Make: youtube channel.

[@philosgood2402]

These videos are very informative and its a delight to see a very skilled tradesman at work

[@joseph6750]

It still amazes me how you manage to get such a brilliant finish on everything. Also, thank you for reminding me of the BA screw standard. I have been scratching my head trying to work out what the thread standard was on my lathe for weeks.

[@Luisfelipebethbff]

I started to watch the first episode and just can't stop. I have to say that this is the best and most amazing series of any kind of videos on youtube. The quality, the precision, the tools... Everything is completely superb.

[@Clickspring]

+Gustavo Braz Thank you very much Gustavo, I appreciate you taking the time to watch.

[@johngmesseter658]

I am in awe of your skill. I turn wood as a hobby but will have to give metal turning a go one day.

[@Raysnature]

Great to these skills still going. In 1977 I started an apprenticeship as an instrument maker which shares many of these processes. Indeed many of the craftsmen were ex-watch/clock makers. I left in the early nineties when everything started going solid state and got boring. Quite fancy setting up a little home workshop having watched these wonderful videos. Fantastic.

[@Clickspring]

+Hypatiakitten Cheers mate, thanks for watching :)

[@Wasserverschmutzung]

That's just beautiful. The amout of care you put in something that simple like a screw is unbelivable.

[@Clickspring]

Wasserverschmutzung Thank you very much! I still find it amazing to think that a few hundred years ago, this is simply how it was done. Thanks for watching :)

[@TheBearuk1]

came here thanks to AvE...what can I say that probably hasn't been said already a thousand times...astounding skills, left me gobsmacked...your ability to machine is a joy to watch sir!

[@Clickspring]

TheBearuk1 Thank you very much! Very pleased to have you watching :)

[@petrkral9804]

Obdivuji lidi, kteří umí vyrábět podobné věci. Nádherné. Celý seriál.

[@chrisluehmann3094]

I just watched all 12 clock videos non stop. I'm hooked! Your attention to detail is unbelievable. Hand turning each screw and then hardening, polishing and bluing them?! That is craftsmanship. Your videos are also fantastic quality and the camera work is great. Keep up the good work!!

[@Clickspring]

***** Thank you very much for the kind words Chris! Very pleased to have you hooked, more on the way soon :)

[@chrisluehmann3094]

Great! I cant wait to see this thing come together! I wish i had a home shop like that.

[@TechnoElectroFreak]

Never thought I would ever watch someone build a clock, yet here I am looking forward to each new installment. Brilliant work, Great videos (put together nicely).

[@Clickspring]

+I Identify As The Milky Way (Barred Spiral Galaxy) Thanks mate, appreciate the kind words :)

[@maxsnts]

Seen all your videos... and can by now say: Wish i had the knowledge, skills and equipment. Sadly... none are true. Its a joy seeing you work.

[@Clickspring]

maxsnts Thanks for watching all of the vids Max, i appreciate it :)

[@davebenak]

I am truly inspired.....beautiful creations

[@GhostOfJulesVerne]

Thank you for all the amazing camera work! You are an ambassador to your craft.

[@unknown303]

I just finished watching all your videos in a row and I have no plans to build a clock in the future but was simply blown away by the quality of work that I had to stay to see it to the end. I've also subscribed so I can see this to completion.

[@Clickspring]

+unknown303 Great to hear, thanks for checking it out :)

[@Echin0idea]

Huh, a collet in a collet - neat! Great craftsmanship by the way - that applies to both your clockmaking and your videography.

[@Clickspring]

Echin0idea I wish I had thought of that! Thanks for the kind words mate, I appreciate it :)

[@phillippence7970]

This has been an emotional experience for me. Thank you.

[@Clickspring]

+Phillip Pence Terrific Phillip, very pleased to have you watching :)

[@PDBreske]

I was just introduced to your channel and was binge-watching this series. Now I have to wait for another episode? Ahh! :)

[@Clickspring]

+Phillip Breske Hey Phillip, thanks for taking the time to check it out!

[@Muny]

Your camera work, editing, and voice overs all remind me of old episodes of How It's Made. Keep up the great work!

[@Clickspring]

Munymuny200 Very high praise indeed - Thank you! More on the way :)

[@gjkozy]

Seeing the techniques and shop made tools used on this scale is amazing, many things can be scaled up to use in other projects besides clock making. I come away from each video having learned something new. Amazing, just amazing.

[@brocksdaddy081910]

this is probably the best looking and most informative machining video series ive ever watched. thank you for posting

[@Clickspring]

brocksdaddy081910 Terrific to hear, thanks for taking the time to watch.

[@InsideOfMyOwnMind]

We have a Sherline lathe at my work which we use for re manufacturing various things in repairs of vintage items. Mostly aluminium, various plastics and rubber parts. It's an absolutely awesome machine to which we do not do justice but this guy certainly does.

[@Clickspring]

+InsideOfMyOwnMind Love the little Sherline, I'd be lost without it. Thanks for watching :)

[@bjshome]

Just sat and watched all of them so far. Totally addicted. Thanks

[@Clickspring]

+bjshome Terrific mate! New ep out in a few weeks :)

[@andrewwarrender185]

Loving the craftsmanship that goes into every piece. Looking forward to the next video!

[@visionintegrations]

Wow I no means to be able to even attempt anything you've shown yet I'm addicted to your videos. Your work is astounding and your narrative is very interesting and informative. Amazing job Chris...now how to setup a machine shop in my apt... ;)

[@Clickspring]

+Ryan Bell If I can do it in my little space, you can! Thanks for watching Ryan :)

[@klonadTV]

This is not something that interests me, but the quality of your videos as well as the steps you show makes me want to find more and more vidoes from you! I love the explaining and pictures of first digital models to explaining everything everything while you do it! 10/10

[@Clickspring]

+klonadTV Thank you very much! I appreciate you taking the time to watch :)

[@samuelchap]

This is the best thing I've seen on KZbin in a long time. I'm planning my own epicyclic clock project and I've been is really inspired. I thought that I could get away without a lathe, may have to revisit that.

[@Clickspring]

+Samuel Chapman Yes a lathe is a must for clockmaking, thanks for watching Samuel

[@killerkane1957]

Click your work never fails! Spot on craftsmanship! Ingenious! Video editing is impressive on its own. Thank you for sharing!

[@Clickspring]

KillerKane Cheers mate, I appreciate your ongoing support :)

[@nathandburton]

Such incredible skill, both in your machining and your videography. Very inspiring and enjoyable to watch.

[@DavidR8]

Simply amazing work Chris. I hope one day to be able to achieve your level of workmanship.

[@michaelgittens6353]

i love your camera work, its very reminicent of How Its Made, very clear aswell.

[@Clickspring]

Terrific to have you watching Michael :)

[@ctheart8833]

this is a mixture of art , science , technology , skill and passion ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, :)

[@Clickspring]

+Siddharth Sekhar You know it was exactly those aspects that drew me into clockmaking in the first place.- I just love the blend of art and engineering science - There's really nothing quite like it. Thanks for your support mate :)

[@ctheart8833]

My pleasure , keep up the good work , your channel is very unique and creative , waiting for more interesting , intricate and cool videos,,,,,,,,,,,,:)

[@jbestell]

I have spent a day catching up to this point. Excellent narration, incredible camera work - and best of all, you are an incredibly talented machinist. All of this combines to make your videos a fantastic viewing experience. Your channel easily makes the 'Best of KZbin 2015' list. Yes, +AvE sent me.

[@Clickspring]

+Joshua Estell Thank you very much for the kind words Joshua, I appreciate it :)

[@eskimoglenn]

First time I have seen this form of craftsmanship.Excellent and thank you for your posts.

[@Clickspring]

+glenn dutton Thanks for taking the time to watch Glenn, I appreciate it.

[@matthasaname]

Wow. Unbelievable. Thank you for your obviously tireless efforts in bringing this content to youtube. The camera work alone is noteworthy, let alone the actual work depicted in each video. I wish I had the skill and the money to do this kind of work. It's fascinating!

[@Clickspring]

+matthasaname Cheers matt, thanks very much for taking the time to watch :)

[@lunardust201]

you even made your own screws...amazing

[@ccmoonie]

every aspect from the machining to the video production is top shelf. I can't convey how impressed I am...by everything! Congratulations - your hard work is respected.

[@Clickspring]

Chris Manning Thanks very much Chris, I appreciate your encouragement mate :)

[@mojoman64]

Excellent camera work and video editing, really makes the whole series easy to watch and understand.

[@Clickspring]

+noIdontwanna changemynamehodor Terrific to have your support, thanks for watching :)

[@HIGHWAYMAN9674]

What a nice talent you have,I have seen how Swiss clocks,German clocks and Chez. clocks are made and this is a treat to me..Thank you

[@Clickspring]

+USMC_VET_74 Thank you for taking the time to watch.

[@pretenda]

Came here because AvE had your videos in an intermission. I've now watched every one of your videos, can't wait for more! Cheers.

[@Clickspring]

dapretenda85 Thanks very much for checking them out, I appreciate it. More on the way soon.

[@allanrichards6448]

Hi I've just stumbled on this build and your work is stunning. Way back in 1984 I made the John Wilding Congreve clock. Its still running fine but its not the clock to make if you want a good time keeper - its rather horologically challenged. I note you find making the pinions a little challenging, have you ever made lantern pinions, they may be less of a challenge

[@martinb9498]

+Clickspring I just finished your Playlist to this point and I can't wait for the next Step. Your work is AMAZING. Greetings from Germany !

[@Clickspring]

+Martin Bösch Hey there Martin, thanks for taking the time to tune in :)

[@x0urce942]

How can someone be so damn good at so many things o.O

[@kevinkorthuis6365]

I can't get enough of your videos! Thank you!

[@Clickspring]

Kevin Korthuis Thanks very much Kevin, I appreciate your support :) More on the way soon, and keep an eye out for a new one on the Make: channel later this week.

[@warwicklaken]

Just sat through all the videos. Waiting for the next one.

[@Clickspring]

+Warwick Laken More on the way Warwick, and keep an eye out for a new on on Make: this week. Thanks for watching.

[@painissobering7421]

I do some machining and work for my turbocharged bike project and when a see fine, clean calculated machinig like this. its makes me all warm fuzzy and jealous inside. good job clickspring its in your blood.

[@Clickspring]

Pain is sobering Thanks very much mate, I appreciate the encouragement :)

[@banjoau6677]

This is without doubt the best thing i have ever seen on youtube and i am captivated, the whole process is impeccable, you should be narrating doco's/voice over work with such a clear voice etc, you are a craftsman, thankyou so much for sharing your skills.

[@Clickspring]

+BanjoAU Very pleased you're enjoying the videos, thanks very much for checking them out :)

[@DjAudioDog]

Came over here from AvE. I am not disappointed. Quality work and beautiful attention to detail.

[@Clickspring]

+jeff eagan Cheers Jeff, thanks for taking the time to visit.

[@angelramos-2005]

Excellent video,Chris.Thank you.

[@bertkraan2817]

I find watching your clock building video's very soothing after a days work in IT mayhem. Your art is amazing! Thanks for sharing.

[@Garageworkshop]

Once again I was so inspired by your videos that I was looking at some history of the clockmaking and I came across a clockmaker Thomas Tompion. I looked at some of his work and it was just spectacular. I don't understand how were they making the gears and movement when the lathe wasn't even invented as far as I can tell.

[@Clickspring]

Garage workshop Tompion is one of the "Greats", have a look at AL Breguet too, his work will totally blow your mind. I know what you mean regarding the quality of their work with only basic tools, I am constantly amazed too. I think it's what I love the most about horology. Thanks for watching :)

[@foxtrot9000]

AvE sent me, your work is absolutely stunning. your videos are also wonderfully produced. thanks for the entertainment.

[@Clickspring]

foxtrot9000 Thanks for watching.

[@bdugh]

your videos are great. I just watched all the clock ones tonight and I am feeling quite unqualified most of my work is+-.020 and I'm normally happy to get in the single digits. looking forward to more from you.

[@Clickspring]

+Brian Dughi Cheers Brian, more on the way soon, thanks very much for watching :)

[@61066clocks]

Excellent Chris, love the Hand work on the pivots, always Enjoy the vids

[@Clickspring]

TIM WILSON Cheers Tim, thanks for your support :)

[@shotout74]

You do beautiful work. As a machinist I am really enjoying your technical skills in addition to your artistry.

[@Clickspring]

+shotout74 Thanks very much for taking the time to watch :)

[@BigBenzod]

This Video got into more of the tools i use at work! I'm a clock repair man and I have made thousands of replacement pivots! lol Your even using the same file and burnisher that I have. You have a nicer lathe though. I am jealous.

[@Clickspring]

+Benjamin Moore Ha Ha! Terrific Benjamin! I love that burnisher :) Next Ep. is depthing and planting. Thanks very much for watching :)

[@ennzerothreetwo]

you really opened my eyes! I never knew what I thought was mundane is sooo interesting!

[@Clickspring]

+ennzerothreetwo Terrific to hear that! Thank you for taking the time to check it out :)

[@elhasaneelhafidy6744]

Great job man!! I am waiting to see you clock running!!! thanx for sharing your videos!!!

[@Clickspring]

+Elhasane Elhafidy Thanks for watching Elhasane!

[@shauntucker5145]

I'm amazed at your work. very nicely done!

[@thorne62]

Simply Amazing...

[@dizzee4367]

This is only the second video of yours that I have seen and I a truly amazed. From the machining to the video production... just incredibly well done. Subscribed and thank you!

[@Clickspring]

Dizzee Cheers Dizzee, very pleased to have your sub :)

[@akhilvijayan8811]

working skill amazing

[@yorgle]

I just started watching your videos on suggestion from a co-worker. I love the craftsmanship in your work, and you present it all so flawlessly. Thank you for making great videos! :D

[@Clickspring]

Thanks for taking the time to check them out Scott :)

[@liquidtool]

coolest videos on youtube. never disappoints.

[@Clickspring]

Joe Doesntcareaboutthis Cheers Joe, appreciate your support mate :)

[@levelthr33]

Me and my OCD thank you for these videos. Such amazing attention to detail, dedication and love... That clock will have a soul and a ticking heart! Cheers from Greece!

[@Clickspring]

+levelthr33 Cheers mate, thanks for watching!

[@hvsweb]

Your videos are an inspiration for accuracy. Thanks

[@Clickspring]

+Hugo van Schalkwyk Cheers Hugo, I appreciate you taking the time to watch.

[@bigray13579]

I find your videos very inspiring. But very relaxing also. I watch them when I come home from work. the craftsmanship and detail are beautiful to behold. I'm going to try the gyroscope in the near future . and I'm very much looking forward to seeing the finished clock .

[@Clickspring]

+Tony B Terrific to hear that Tony, great to know you are watching :)

[@joncraw29]

Wonderful video! Both your work and the quality of the video footage and narration is fantastic!

[@Clickspring]

+Jon Crawford Thanks very much Jon, appreciate your support!

[@anthonypizza9507]

This is the coolest thing

[@gilmour73]

As an apprentice machinist just starting out, I can only hope to match your level of workmanship. The effort you put into every single operation is ridiculous.

[@Clickspring]

+gilmour73 I appreciate the kind words, thanks very much for watching.

[@williambertrand2475]

A true Master !!!

[@jasonharding3886]

Another beautiful production, keep up the great work.

[@Clickspring]

Jason Harding Will do Jason, thanks for watching :)

[@smurf196uk]

its been such a pleasure to watch your vids on making this clock your work is beautiful and clean i like many others cant wait to see the completed item for me what you are building is not just a clock it is a work of art to the caliber of a jeweler

[@Clickspring]

+smurf196uk I can't wait to see the completed item either! Thanks for your encouragement mate, I appreciate it :)

[@smurf196uk]

your very welcome i would also add that it is great to see that you do read the comments and do also respond to many other people who post vids just ignore the comments 1 last thing i love them screws the colour is perfect they are allot of work but with out that quality the build would just look cheap and nasty so dont stop what your doing i cant wait for the next addition lol